Michelle Bilyeu O’Connor
Michelle Bilyeu O’Connor, 60 of Holden, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at her home. She was born Thursday, March 18, 1965 in Independence, Missouri, to the late Earnest Bilyeu and the late Mary (Clough) Bilyeu. Michelle graduated from Shawnee Mission Northwest High School in 1983 and earned a degree in Commercial…
Read MoreMeet The Candidates Set For March 12
A “Meet the Candidates” forum for the 2026 Holden, Missouri municipal elections will be held on March 12, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., at Key Coffee in downtown Holden. See Full Story In This Week’s Image…
Read MoreClarabelle Walton
Clarabelle Walton at a young age of 94 passed away on the 2nd of February 2026. Her self biography included the following: “I was born January 12, 1932 to Clyde Earl and Opal Marie Hudson Courtney. “I went to a one room school for 5 years, then rode the bus to Holden. “I was a…
Read MoreMatthew William Arron Parker
It is with great sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of Matthew William Arron Parker, aged 45. Born January 27th, 1981, in Kansas City, MO, he left us on the early morning of February 01, 2026. Matthew will forever be cherished by his wife of thirty-two (32) years, Misty Parker (45), his legacies; Zoie…
Read MoreCory Dale Duncan
Cory Dale Duncan, age 21, of Maryville, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Cory was born on Friday, February 27, 2004, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Gary Robert Duncan and Pamela Denise (Scott) Duncan. Cory had a love for music and could often be found dancing along to his…
Read MoreJoAnn (Collins) Pemberton
JoAnn (Collins) Pemberton, 67, of Holden, Missouri, a beacon of kindness and creativity, left us peacefully on Monday, February 2, 2026, at her beloved home. The family will host a private celebration of life at a later date. Memorials are suggested to Friends of the Friendless. Memories of JoAnn and condolences for the family…
Read MoreChamber Readying For Several Events In March
With February beginning to wind down, St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner and the Holden Area Chamber of Commerce is already busy lining up entrants for the annual parade. St. Patrick’s Day Parade Chamber President Brent Brown noted that chamber member Teresa McCulloch has been working hard on the parade and said he…
Read MoreHeiman’s New Owner Hits The Ground Looking Forward To Serving The Community
It’s been a couple of weeks now since the proprietorship of Heiman’s has changed to Matt and Becky Nelson. As it currently stands, Matt will manage the day-to-day business end of the operation, while Becky will remain in her position as a Certified Public Accountant – the latter of which is a great asset in…
Read MoreBarbara Ann Bruns
Barbara Ann Bruns, 84, of Owensville, Missouri, formerly of Kansas City, passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at StoneBridge of Owensville. She was born November 15, 1941, in Medford, Missouri, to Glenn Curtis and Grace Elizabeth (Snyder) Bryant. She was raised with a deep love for animals, especially the draft horses her family raised and…
Read MoreHolden Chamber Set To Meet Thursday, Feb. 5 At Andale Amigo
Building on the momentum of it’s well-attended January meeting, the Holden Area Chamber Of Commerce is set for it’s second gathering of the year. This meeting will take place at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 at the Andale Amigo Mexican Restaurant. Marcy Barnhart with the Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau will be providing the organization…
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